What are your plans for retirement? Whether you’re putting your feet up, dedicating more time to your hobbies, or enjoying quality time with your loved ones, we all have different retirement dreams. However, are pension pressures and debt demands changing what we’re dreaming of? A recent survey by a personal
By Alice Doyle – If you have passed your mid-fifties, the chances are that you are thinking about retiring. You may be looking forward to a different pace of life and a new range of interests to occupy your mind and your time. If so, it might come as a
Debbie hired our firm for a consultation about claiming her Social Security benefits. She initially indicated she was single, but after only a few minutes of conversation, I learned Debbie was divorced. Here’s my overly simplistic, abbreviated version of the conversation: Me: Single? Debbie: Divorced. Me: Married 10 years? Debbie:
There’s no one foolproof way to ensure your bank account won’t be hacked at one point or another. One in four people has experienced some form of identity theft. While it cannot be avoided altogether, there are ways that you can protect yourself from hackers and frauds. Thieves are continuously
Tax accountants are responsible for collecting tax-related information, taxation reporting to authorities and tax management. A tax accountant can save you from legal trouble with the relevant tax regulatory body in your state or locality. This means they need to know everything about tax laws and regulations and also remain
Everyone wants to enjoy a stress-free retirement, because it provides an opportunity to enjoy a life of holidays, activities and the company of loved ones. Unfortunately, most people can’t relax in retirement unless they have enough money in the bank to enjoy it. To help you enjoy your retirement we’re
A higher than normal energy bill, expensive car repair, an unforeseen home repair, or even a shorted paycheck can leave you scrambling to figure out how you’ll survive financially. When you have superb credit, getting out of a financial jam means nothing more than whipping out their high limit credit
By Leida Snow – In “The Checklist Manifesto,” noted surgeon and writer Atul Gawande forcefully explained why experts and professionals need checklists because of the complexities they face. What about when non-experts need to hire a specialist? Those over 50 may feel our life experiences ensure that we’ll approach the
By Monica Eckberg – Are you on the right financial track to make a strong finish? For many 50-something women, retirement is right around the corner. While there’s plenty of excitement to look forward to in the years ahead (More time with family! That vacation to Europe! Finally learning to paint!),
By Jeanette Pavini – Here are a few alternative Christmas gift exchange ideas for you to create a fun experience while keeping your holiday spending in check. Pick a secret Santa. This game is a classic, but by only giving one gift to a family member, you can focus more
After years of working at least 9-5, five days a week – if not more, depending on your role – retirement is on the horizon. Have you decided what you are going to do with all that free time? If you haven’t you’re probably at least thinking about it. Perhaps,
Benefits are there to make tough times that little bit easier. To ensure that when it feels like your world is falling apart, you have a little help to make sure it doesn’t. However, while it is great that these are put in place and they are a source
With the seasons getting more extreme each year, it’s important for people to understand how our energy use affects our home’s comfort, our environment – and our wallets! In an effort to raise awareness about how small changes around the home can help people save money and the planet, we’ve
Insurance is a very important part of life. Insurance allows you to keep your life secure by paying for different types of financial losses you might incur. Most people have auto insurance and medical insurance, but other types of insurances are often overlooked. If you have a family, there are
By Angie O’Leary, senior vice president with U.S. Bank Wealth Management – In recent decades, women have made progress versus their male counterparts across almost every indicator, from education to career to family life. And yet in retirement, women continue to be influenced and disadvantaged by their traditional roles. Think
No matter which university or college accepted your teen, you’ll want to give your son or daughter every the tools they need for success. Technology is now pervasive throughout educational institutions, and college will be no different for your teen. Prepare your son or daughter in this digital age with
When it comes to buying insurance, you’ll be inundated with offerings of coverage for nearly every imaginable event you might face in life. This can make it tough to wade through the different policies. Consider this list of must-have insurance policies and take a look at the coverage you should
By Elliott Hollander – Despite the importance of keeping a contingency fund, many Americans don’t have one. Also called an emergency fund, a contingency fund isn’t your traditional savings account; it’s the funds you set aside for unexpected emergencies, such as a medical emergency or unforeseen home repair. According to a
By Jim Poolman – Are you worried about outliving your savings? Are thoughts of a retirement without basic necessities like healthcare coverage causing you stress? If so, you’re not alone. A new survey from the Indexed Annuity Leadership Council (IALC) shows that many Americans are anxious about their retirement. According
By Vanessa Sheets – You’ve heard it countless times. Invest safely and preserve your nest egg for retirement. That’s the secret for those approaching retirement and planning to rely on investments to cover their living expenses. But if you’re like many of Karen King’s clients who are over 50, there’s
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